Claims Negotiator/Paralegal - Glasgow, United Kingdom - Adecco

Description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Paralegal/Claims negotiator with a prestigious law firm based in Glasgow.

This a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established company with great benefits and ongoing training and support to advance your legal career.

The purpose of the role is to plan and effectively manage a case load of claims through provision of an efficient and timely claims handling service in accordance with service standards.

Company benefits include:
Competitive salary based on skills and experience
Company pension
Life assurance benefit
Casual dress
Flexible working
Holiday bonus scheme
Employee assistance programme
Training and development
Discretionary annual bonus scheme

Key Accountabilities - Once Fully Trained:

• Run your own caseload with minimal training and supervision
• Developing the capability of issuing proceedings for motor accident cases
• Process allocated claims and fully understand how to use the advanced Case Management system
• Dealing with all new claims correspondence
• Establishing liability and indemnity on all claims within the allocation
• Negotiation of claims through to conclusion up to the point of a Hearing
• Maintaining an effective diary regime
• Referring any claim to the appropriate team Manager should the nature of the Claim change or deteriorate

Required:

• At least 2 years previous experience in issuing proceedings for RTA's
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to use a range of communication styles;
• Plans, prioritises and prepares in advance to maximise efficiency and meet deadlines
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships, influence and gain the respect of colleagues;
• Computer Literacy with the ability to adapt to new technologies

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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